Heart Health - Videos

Robby Benson's Open Heart Surgeries

Actor, director and author of "I'm Not Dead Yet!", Robby Benson, joins The Doctors to discuss his first-hand experiences as a survivor of four open-heart surgeries.

Tests to Prevent a Heart Attack

Cardiologist Dr. John M. Kennedy explains the different types of preventative cardiac screenings.

Preventing a Heart Attack

Nancy, 38, has a history of heart disease and high cholesterol in her family. She visits Dr. Kennedy, who performs two cardiac tests to determine her risk.

Don't Skip A Beat! Women And Heart Failure

Listen up, ladies! Heart failure affects 2.5 million women in the U.S. We tell you the subtle symptoms you need to watch for.

Medical Oil Combo Helps Combat Blood Pressure and Cholesterol

In a new study, this combination of cooking oils reduced blood pressure almost as well as a common medication.

Medical Oil Combo Helps Combat Blood Pressure and Cholesterol

In a new study, this combination of cooking oils reduced blood pressure almost as well as a common medication.

Man Receives First Artificial Heart In Illinois

In tonight`s medical watch - a story that may overwhelm your heart - about a man who has no heart - at least no human organ. Instead he walked out of the hospital with an artificial heart pumping blood through his body keeping him alive.

Omega 3 Supplement May Not Be Heart Healthy as Thought

If you take Omega 3 supplements for their heart-healthy benefits, here's a study you won't want to miss.

What Would You Choose: Blood Pressure Vs. Cholesterol

Blood pressure and cholesterol are both essential to our overall health, but should we focus on one more than the other?

What Would You Choose: Blood Pressure Vs. Cholesterol

Blood pressure and cholesterol are both essential to our overall health, but should we focus on one more than the other?

How Heart Disease Develops

E.R. physician Dr. Travis Stork explains how heart disease progresses over time and the lifestyle choices that can prevent a heart attack from occurring.

Predicting a Heart Attack

Cardiologist Dr. Eric Topol explains how modern cardiology may be able to predict when a heart attack will occur with the help of a cell phone app.

Man's Heart Punctured by Nail Gun

While trying to fix a jammed nail gun Dennis, 52, accidentally fired a four-inch nail into his chest, piercing his right ventricle and sending him into cardiac arrest. Hear how a team of doctors saved his life.

Heart Bypass Surgery Vs. Angioplasty

Is the risk of stroke higher after coronary bypass surgery or angioplasty?

Myth or Reality: Alarm Clock Use Is Dangerous

Learn how waking to the sudden, shrill sound of an alarm clock can create higher blood pressure and more rapid heart rates than waking naturally.

Star Mends Hearts - Tom Arnold Funds Camp

Janet Varney, Actor Tom Arnold, Doctor Kevin Shannon, campers Savannah Todd and Yasi Emanian talk about their experience with Camp del Corazon, a camp for kids kids affected by heart disease.

How Spinning Can Mimic a Heart Attack

New research shows that an hour of spinning triggers the same biochemical reactions as a heart attack, increasing the possibility of a misdiagnosis.

How a Heart Attack Occurs

Dr. Derrick Cutting explains how fat may cause a heart attack and the stages of heart attack as it occurs.

How to Increase HDL Cholesterol

GP and health writer Dr. Ellie Cannon gives you some tips on how to increase your HDL cholesterol, which is the "good cholesterol" in our bodies.

Deepak Chopra on Dealing With Heart Problems

Deepak Chopra, author and M.D., has some unique advice for how to maintain a healthy heart, and improve your chances against heart disease. Part of the series Mondays with Marlo on MarloThomas.com

How to Increase HDL Cholesterol

GP and health writer Dr. Ellie Cannon gives you some tips on how to increase your HDL cholesterol, which is the "good cholesterol" in our bodies.

Dr. Ordon's Heart Tests

Cardiologist Dr. John Kennedy performs a number of tests on plastic surgeon Dr. Drew Ordon's heart.

Dr. Ordon's Heart Test Results

Cardiologist Dr. John Kennedy reveals the results of plastic surgeon Dr. Drew Ordon's heart tests.

Tips for Keeping Good Cholesterol in Check

Leading Cardiologist Carl Lavie shares latest research on cholesterol lowering treatments and tips on how to keep your heart healthy.

How Gum Disease May Lead to Heart Trouble

Keeping your teeth clean may help you prevent heart attacks. Here's how.

Heart Transplant Dad

Youth ministry leader Lonnie Smith got a new heart and a second chance at life with his children.

Heart Attack Myths Busted

Heart disease is the number one killer in America. Every year 785,000 Americans have a first heart attack and another 470,000 have a repeated heart attack. But there is a lot of misinformation out there. We'll bust top heart attack myths.

Bad Habits That Are Harmful to Your Heart

In this edition of EmpowHER's "HER Daily Dose", Michelle King Robson examines a few lifestyle habits that may be bad for your heart and lead to heart disease.

The Truth About Eating Eggs and Cholesterol

Eggs have gotten a bad rap for being high in cholesterol. But can they be part of a heart healthy diet? Our Healthy Skeptic is on the case.

The Truth About Eating Eggs and Cholesterol

Eggs have gotten a bad rap for being high in cholesterol. But can they be part of a heart healthy diet? Our Healthy Skeptic is on the case.
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